The Big Bend that I currently own has the 2.3L engine, and I agree... it's great. It's just knowing that I could have more that is irresistible to me, especially considering the upgrade to the 2.7L isn't that expensive. I have to buy an automatic anyway since my wife will drive this sometimes...
My current order (which has not even been confirmed, just a purchase agreement at this point) is a four-door, 2.7L, hardtop Basequatch; MSRP $43,325.00.
However, I was able to snag a non-squatched four-door Big Bend at sticker price (I should buy a lottery ticket) as our second car while we...
Don't get me wrong, the Bronco is an awesome beast and I am patiently waiting for mine. But, who the hell would pay $76,000.00 for one? You could get a brand new Range Rover Sport for less than that.
All I can say about this mess is that once the chip shortage/production issues resolve, let's do our part to reward the good dealers with future business and ensure not to do business with predatory dealers. Those predatory dealers have relied on the loyalty of Ford buyers for decades to survive...